Watch: Marine Le Pen confirms run for French presidency
The National Rally leader also said she will attempt to appeal an embezzlement conviction.
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"I can't campaign with a tag, I want to pursue all legal avenues to defend my innocence in this case."
— Marine Le Pen , Politician
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The National Rally leader also said she will attempt to appeal an embezzlement conviction.
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